New study aims to catch hidden vision problems in infants early
NCT ID NCT07275021
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 60 infants at high risk for Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI), a brain-based vision problem often missed until later childhood. Researchers will collect data from clinical exams, brain scans, and vision tests up to 24 months of age. The goal is to create a model that helps doctors identify CVI earlier, so children can get the support they need sooner.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could lead to a predictive model for early detection of CVI, enabling timely visual rehabilitation and better developmental outcomes for at-risk infants.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not produce a reliable predictive model, and results may not apply to all infants with CVI.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Boston Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States